- The problem
- Certain my 2006 and 2007 thomas built minotour, fs-65, c2, hdx, and ef school buses manufactured between january 6 and september 6, 2006, equipped with ricon wheelchair platform lift models s2003, s2005, s2010, s5503, s5505, s5510, k2003, k2005, k2010, k5503, k5505, k5510. The lifts interlock switch system may not detect the presence of a passenger (either wheelchair or standee) on the platform lift which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, Platform lift systems for motor vehicles.
- The risk
- The defect involves the interlock switch system in the lift not detecting the presence of a passenger (either wheelchair or standee) on the ricon wheelchair platform lift. In the event this condition occurs during passenger operations it may be possible for the wheelchair to tip backwards onto the platform when the platform was lowered. This could result in injury to the wheelchair's occupant. Also, anyone standing on the platform could lose his or her balance and fall, resulting in injury.
- The fix
- Freightliner will notify owners and will repair the affected buses free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on august 6, 2007. Owners can contact freightliner's customer assistance center at 800-385-4357 or contact ricon at 800-322-2884.
Vehicle safety record
2007 Thomas Built Buses EF Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 2007 for the equipment adaptive / mobility. For comparison, the 2006 has 0 and the 2008 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical EF year, for its age
#445 most complained-about 2007 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF problems
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2007 Thomas Built Buses EF recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
5 2007 And 1 2008 thomas front engine transit type schools buses at three different schools in indiana were found to have cracks in the right frame rail, near axle 2. It should be noted that the 2008 was manufactured in december 2006; the 5 2007's were manufactured in 2006 as well. Local thomas dealer repaired all 6 buses per thomas service bulletin. All other active (used in school transportation in the state of indiana) thomas transit front engine school buses in the state of indiana were specifically inspected to ensure they did not exhibit signs of similar frame cracks; no additional buses with cracked frames were found.
Thomas Built Buses EF: every year compared
All EF years2007 Thomas Built Buses EF vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF | 1 | 1 | D | |
| 2007 Thomas Built Buses C2 | 6 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Thomas Built Buses FS-65 | 2 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 2007 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 1 | 25 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF | 1 | 6 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF
Does the 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF: equipment adaptive / mobility (March 2007). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 18, 2015 and the latest on November 18, 2015. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Thomas Built Buses EF year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Thomas Built Buses EF years have the most complaints?
2007 (1), 2008 (1). See every Thomas Built Buses EF year compared.
What should I do if my 2007 Thomas Built Buses EF has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data